Karnataka: Ex-MLA Raje Gowda moves SC challenging vote recount in Sringeri
Former Congress MLA TD Raje Gowda has approached the Supreme Court. He is challenging a High Court order for a recount of postal ballots in the Sringeri assembly constituency. This recount led to his BJP rival DN Jeevaraj being declared the winner. The Supreme Court will hear the case on Monday. The Congress party plans to pursue the matter further.
GBA likely to seek State governments intervention to postpone elections
The move comes after Karnataka State Election Commissioner G.S. Sangreshi, following a meeting with senior GBA officials on Friday, said the government had been asked toidentifyfeasibledates for conducting the elections within the June 14 to June 24 window
Karnataka among top three States in corruption: NCRB
The State has the most number of Disproportionate Assets cases at 75, followed by Odisha with 62 and Assam with 44 cases
Yediyurappas 50-year milestone exposes Karnataka BJPs dependence on the Lingayat leader
To commemorate 50 years of former Karnataka Chief Minister B. S. Yediyurappas political journey, a special event titled Abhimanotsava will be held in Chitradurga on May 9.
Karnataka High Court permits two transgender persons to continue hormone replacement therapy
The petitioners complain that the doctors at the private hospital, where they have been undergoing treatment, have declined to continue it due to a recent amendment made to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026.
Bengaluru, May 8: The Karnataka State Election Commissioner, G.S. Sangreshi, directed officials during a crucial meeting on Friday to announce the dates for the municipal elections under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) between June 14 and June 24. This significant meeting was convened to discuss the elections for five municipal corporations under the GBA. However, ... Read more Bengaluru Municipal Election Dates Set Between June 14 and June 24: Karnataka State Election Commission
Bengaluru Municipal Elections Scheduled Between June 14 and 24: Karnataka Election Commission
Bengaluru, May 8: Karnataka State Election Commissioner G.S. Sangrashi announced in a crucial meeting on Friday that the dates for the municipal elections under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) will be declared between June 14 and June 24. This significant meeting was convened to discuss the elections for five municipal corporations falling under the GBA. ... Read more Bengaluru Municipal Elections Scheduled Between June 14 and 24: Karnataka Election Commission
Karnataka CET 2026 Result Soon: Know Download Steps, Admission Criteria, Rank List
KCET 2026 Result: The exam conducting body will release the KCET final answer key 2026 based on the objections raised.
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said the decision to move the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final out of Bengaluru was compelled by Karnataka State Cricket Association's demand for complimentary tickets far in excess of the mandated quota.
Davanagere accident: 1 student dead, 45 injured as KSRTC bus overturns
Tragedy struck Davanagere as a KSRTC bus overturned, claiming the life of 23-year-old BCom student Darshan. Approximately 45 passengers sustained injuries, with six requiring advanced care. Preliminary reports indicate a suspected rear axle failure led to the driver losing control. Locals voiced concerns over bus service frequency following the incident.
GBA elections in Bengaluru to be held between June 14 and 24: State Election Commissioner
Inputs were also taken from the commissioners of the five corporations, who serve as ex-officio members, before moving ahead with the scheduling exercise.
Hyderabad businessman donates Rs 2.5 cr worth gold to Anjanadri temple
Bengaluru: In a magnanimous gesture of devotion, a prominent Hyderabad-based businessman donated gold ornaments worth approximately Rs 2.5 crore to the historic Anjanadri Hill temple in Chikkaramapura village of Karnataka on Friday, May 8. Mahesh Reddy, the owner of the renowned AMR Construction, presented the offerings to the deity during the early morning hours. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Karnataka pushes for commercial space leadership
State IT Minister Priyank Kharge proposed the establishment of a common assembly, integration and testing (AIT) facility for the spacetech industry in Karnataka
Bird flu scare intensifies in Karnataka as mysterious peacock deaths rise
Tumakuru: Fear of bird flu continues to spread across the Tumakuru district of Karnataka after the number of peacock deaths crossed 54 within the last month, triggering fresh concern among residents and authorities. A few days ago, laboratory reports confirmed that the deaths of 44 peacocks in the district were caused by the H5N1 Avian Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Miscreants who sold stolen bikes through fake RC cards arrested
Bengaluru police have arrested two individuals, including a computer operator from Andhra Pradesh, for selling stolen motorbikes using counterfeit registration certificates. Authorities seized 51 two-wheelers valued at over Rs 41 lakh. The accused allegedly stole bikes from various locations and produced fake RC cards with stolen owner details, posing a significant threat.
He was a Karnataka bus conductor once; now he runs a 16,000 sq ft library with 20 lakh books
Anke Gowda, who worked as a bus conductor and later retired as a sugar factory worker, has created Pustaka Mane, a vast library in Karnataka's Mandya district. What began as one mans childhood dream in a book-deprived village has grown into a sprawling public library filled with millions of titles. Pustaka Mane stands today not just as a collection of books, but as a reminder of how personal sacrifice can create public knowledge spaces in the most unexpected places.
Newlywed dies by suicide in Bengaluru; husband booked
A 40-year-old homemaker, M Sharada, died by suicide in her Yeshwantpur residence eight months after her marriage. Her parents have filed a complaint against her husband, Mahesh Kumar, alleging abetment to suicide due to frequent fights over trivial issues. The incident came to light when her husband broke down the door.
A woman in Bengaluru narrowly avoided a knife attack by her ex-husband on a public road. Alert youngsters intervened swiftly, subduing the assailant and rescuing the victim. The incident, which occurred under Madanayakanahalli Police limits, led to the accused, identified as Sanjay, being apprehended. Police have registered a case and are investigating further.
Caught between forests and fear: Karnatakas growing humananimal conflict crisis
From Kodagus hills to Hassans farmlands, rising encounters with elephants, gaurs and big cats are claiming lives, exposing gaps in mitigation, and leaving residents demanding urgent, lasting solutions, find Darshan Devaiah B.P. and G.T. Sathish
Karnataka tweaks land allotment policy to secure Rs 3,600-crore US semiconductor project Deccan Herald
Karnataka High Court Seeks Response in BJP Leader Murder Case Involving Former Congress MLA
Bengaluru, May 8: The Karnataka High Courts vacation bench has requested a response from the prosecution regarding the appeal filed by former Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni in the murder case of BJP leader and district panchayat member Yogesh Gowda. Challenging his life imprisonment sentence, the petitioner has sought a stay on the High Courts decision. ... Read more Karnataka High Court Seeks Response in BJP Leader Murder Case Involving Former Congress MLA
Thalassaemia: Girl, 12, meets stranger who saved her life
KSDL seeks ideas on anti-theft tech to protect sandalwood trees
Wireless broadband fails, Varthur man wins Rs 11k
Star giraffe Shivani dies at BBP
Man gropes neighbour, attacks spouse
Bengaluru, May 8: Karnatakas Opposition Leader R. Ashoka accused Mamata Banerjee, the chief of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), of disrespecting the Constitution by refusing to resign from her position as Chief Minister. He stated that if she has grievances, she should seek legal recourse instead of resorting to violence. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Ashoka ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Disrespects Constitution by Refusing to Resign, Claims Karnataka Opposition Leader R. Ashoka
Woman, 40, robbed of 7.5L gold from market
Devanahalli set to host multimodal hub
Even after 7 deaths, Bowring hospital wall in Bengaluru yet to be repaired
Nandini Layout in Bengaluru to host Happy Streets one last time
Hit-and-run exposes Rs 30-lakh murder conspiracy in Bengaluru, 5 in custody
Rs 1.6crore revamp of neglected Hennur Biodiversity Park in Bengaluru finally takes off
Road rage: Air Force officer, wife allege assault in Bengaluru
How Bengaluru pet parents are making their weekends paw-some
Karnataka Deputy CM Criticizes Governors Decision on Majority Claim
Bengaluru, May 7: Karnatakas Deputy Chief Minister and state Congress president, D.K. Shivakumar, criticized Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Thursday. He condemned the governors alleged decision to deny the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam, led by actor Vijay, the opportunity to form a government and prove its majority in the assembly. Shivakumar labeled this move ... Read more Karnataka Deputy CM Criticizes Governors Decision on Majority Claim
Community dog with metal kettle stuck around neck freed after 4 years
City police hold awareness session to tackle mobile addiction among personnel
Declining enrolment in Belagavi division govt schools raises concern
TB reservoir nears dead storage, 4 districts face drinking water scare
Truck carrying Kaiga nuclear equipment overturns near Karwar; no injuries
Two boys drown in water-filled pit dug for house construction
Koppal: Tension after youth attacked for being seen with minor
Ballari farmer alleges chilli stock sold from cold storage without consent
Woman delivers twins in ambulance en route to hospital
Belagavi police warn against social media misuse by rowdy-sheeters via minors
Anti stabbing squad arrests two- seizes knife and sword in Belagavi
SC has upheld KIADB land acquisition for steel project, says Baldota
Soil salinity threat growing in Karnataka: Expert
Karnataka to set up Cabinet sub-committee to study State Education Policy
Karnataka set to approach SC to implement MGNREGA for this year
We are already in May, and the Centre is yet to notify the new Act, frame rules and regulations. No alternative has been provided by the Centre: Patil
Unlike Tamil Nadu and Andhra, Karnataka stays resistant to cinema-driven politics
Second PRS counter returns at Dharwad station
Karnataka records historic liquor sales in April, revenue crosses Rs 3,600 Cr
Bengaluru: Karnataka witnessed record-breaking liquor sales in April 2026, with the state excise department registering its highest-ever monthly sales in the last 13 years. The unprecedented sales boom has generated massive revenue for the state government, with excise collections touching nearly Rs 3,688 crore in a single month. According to official figures, sales of Indian Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Giraffe dies at Bannerghatta Biological Park
Residents save woman from knife attack by husband
Universal newborn screening scheme approved for Kalyana Karnataka districts
Govt says 101 mineral blocks started operations since auction regime began in 2015
India's mines ministry announced 101 mineral blocks are now operational. This achievement follows the 2015 auction system. The ministry worked with state governments to speed up approvals and production. Odisha leads with 34 operational blocks. Karnataka and Gujarat also show significant progress. This development supports India's self-reliance goals.
Engineering students decision to bunk class gives thalassaemia patient a second chance at life
May 8 is observed as World Thalassaemia Day
Sub-Inspector of Police booked for raping woman constable in Raichur
NCRB report: Crime against elders spikes, Bengaluru has second highest crimes against women
Bengalurus crime rate stood at 117 cases per lakh population, significantly higher than Mumbais 74.6 and Chennais 25.4.
Tension in Diggi Tanda after student drowns in water pond
The incident triggers protests by residents who are demanding compensation for the bereaved family
NHAI plans Wayside Amenities on NH-48 in Karnataka to tackle driver fatigue, improve safety
These facilities are planned along strategic sections of NH 48, including the BelagaviKolhapur, TumakuruChitradurga and ChitradurgaHubli corridors.
World Thalassaemia Day: Non-profit launches free HLA typing for children with blood disorder
IOC pledges support to Bengalurus 123-year-old public school in Basavanagudi
Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya announced Indian Oil Corporation's CSR support for Karnataka Public School in Basavanagudi. This initiative will enhance infrastructure and learning for over 1,500 girl students. The development aims to transform the school into a model institution. This aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for women's empowerment and societal strength.
Karnataka High Court Announces Recruitment for 93 Positions, Apply by May 21
Bengaluru, May 7: A golden opportunity has emerged for those aspiring to work in the High Court. The Karnataka High Court has issued an official notification inviting applications for 93 vacant positions, including Peon (Chaprasi). The vacancies include 85 positions for Peons, Watchmen, Cleaners, and Housekeeping Peons; 5 for Lift Attendants; 1 for Assistant Binder; ... Read more Karnataka High Court Announces Recruitment for 93 Positions, Apply by May 21
Rowdy-sheeter accused in murder case dies in police custody due to illness
Two boys drown in pit filled with water in Dharwad
Centre has given positive response to demand for widening NH 150A, says MP
The road development works will significantly boost the social and economic development of Yadgir and Raichur districts: Kumar Naik
20L gone in minutes: Woman falls prey to crypto wallet hack
Farmers union petitions RBI against new norm relying on CIBIL score for gold loan
Tirupati-Pandharpur weekly special to be regularised starting May 16
The weekly service will provide improved rail connectivity between the two major pilgrimage centres in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh
One in 700 live births affected by cleft lip, palate: Dinesh Gundu Rao
CAN GO AS BOX WITH HEALTH MINISTERS REPORT
NCRB 2024: Crime rate in Telangana higher than Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu
Karnataka High Court pulls up KKRTC for contradictory and misleading stand in accident case
Accident numbers down, 17 linked to negligence by civic bodies; city tops pedestrian deaths
Only Bengaluru and Delhi have been registering accidents caused due to the negligence of civic bodies; other cities do not
Students urged to stay away from drugs, dependence mobile phones
Eminent psychiatrist C.R. Chandrasekhar was speaking on Mental Health, Well Being and Ragging-Free Campus at Sharnbasva University
Vishwanath raises objection to govt. revoking DGP Ramachandra Raos suspension
COMED-K entrance test on Saturday
Rangayana Director plans to hold multi-language drama festivals
He will also restart the Rangadhwani programme in the coming days
NCRB: Crime rate decreases in Karnataka, but rate of violent crimes up in 2024
NCRB data also shows the chargesheeting rate is low in the State, particularly in Bengaluru
Watch: What is Karnatakas new gig worker grievance system? | Explained
On May 1, 2026 International Workers Day the Karnataka government announced the operationalisation of a specialised grievance redressal mechanism for platform-based gig workers in the State. Claimed to be the first government-backed grievance handling mechanism for gig workers in India, it allows workers to officially lodge complaints through the Integrated Public Grievance Redressal System (IPGRS), the States centralised digital platform for addressing citizen grievances related to government schemes.
Timely cleft care key to prevent lifelong complications: Health Minister
Modern street food hub to come up under PM SVANidhi in Hampi soon
The main objective is to provide clean, hygienic and diverse food options to domestic and foreign tourists, says Deputy Commissioner
Karnataka: HC extends stay on FIR against MLA, election officials till June 3
The Bengaluru High Court has extended a stay on an FIR concerning the Sringeri vote recount. The case involves BJP MLA DN Jeevaraj and election officials KN Ramesh and Vedamurthy. The FIR was filed following a complaint about alleged electoral malpractice. The court's decision provides temporary relief to the accused. The Congress party plans to challenge the revised election results.
Farmer claims identity theft led to wrongful murder case link
Tree pruner electrocuted in Sakleshpur
